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4 drinks that may support the telogen phase transition, per experts

Discover four expert-backed drinks—green tea, bone broth, iron smoothies, and spearmint tea—that may support the telogen to anagen hair phase transition.

By Jessica Monroe, CHC | July 02, 2026 | 0 Share | 3 min read

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Expert-backed advice: how to protect the catagen phase from damage

Learn how to protect the catagen phase of hair growth with gentle scalp care, natural oils like sesame oil, and habits that shield follicles from damage during this critical transition.

By Jessica Monroe, CHC | July 01, 2026 | 0 Share | 5 min read

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The daily styling mistake that interrupts your hair growth phases

One everyday styling habit repeatedly pulls on hair follicles and disrupts the natural growth cycle. Learn how tight ponytails, buns, and braids affect growth and what to change.

By Jessica Monroe, CHC | July 01, 2026 | 0 Share | 5 min read

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2 warning signs your hair growth phase is shortening prematurely

Learn two key warning signs that your hair growth phase may be shortening prematurely, plus what causes it and how to support healthier hair growth naturally.

By Jessica Monroe, CHC | June 30, 2026 | 0 Share | 4 min read

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5 foods to eat for longer hair growth cycles, per dietitians

These 5 foods—eggs, fatty fish, spinach, oysters, and bell peppers—support longer anagen phases for healthier, longer hair, according to dietitians.

By Jessica Monroe, CHC | June 30, 2026 | 0 Share | 5 min read

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3 common mistakes that slow down the anagen phase of hair growth

Learn about three common mistakes that can shorten or slow the anagen (growing) phase of hair, including scalp neglect, poor diet, and over-styling, plus what to do instead.

By Jessica Monroe, CHC | June 29, 2026 | 0 Share | 3 min read

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6 common mistakes people with hard water make when treating an itchy scalp

Hard water can worsen an itchy scalp in surprising ways. Discover six common mistakes people make—from overwashing to skipping clarifying shampoos—and learn how to fix them.

By Jessica Monroe, CHC | June 29, 2026 | 0 Share | 5 min read

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3 expert-backed product swaps to reduce hard water scalp irritation

Discover three simple product swaps—chelating shampoos, distilled water rinses, and gentle hydrating formulas—to soothe hard water scalp irritation and restore scalp comfort.

By Jessica Monroe, CHC | June 28, 2026 | 0 Share | 3 min read

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The over-washing mistake that makes hard water damage harder to reverse

Over-washing in hard water lifts the hair cuticle and locks in minerals. Learn a smarter wash routine with chelating shampoos and rinses to reverse stubborn buildup.

By Jessica Monroe, CHC | June 27, 2026 | 0 Share | 4 min read